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Y187 XDV

2001 BMW 740

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,340 mi
Last recorded26,340 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW 740102,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY187 XDV
MakeBMW
Model740
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 26,340 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 21,858 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 21,858 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 21,731 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 21,484 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 740?

Based on 66,909 MOT tests across 7,677 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
5,446
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
7,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,288
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,736
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,281
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,245
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,224
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Y187 XDV is a 2001 BMW 740 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 BMW 740 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 102,682 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 740 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y187 XDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 740 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 740 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y187 XDV?

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What year was Y187 XDV registered?

Y187 XDV is a 2001 BMW 740, first registered on 13 June 2001.

Is Y187 XDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y187 XDV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y187 XDV have outstanding finance?

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